Sans Normal Kabof 13 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nicky Sans' by Digitype Studio, 'Glence' by Nine Font, 'Pulp Display' by Spilled Ink, 'Santral' by Taner Ardali, 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType, 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'Segment' by Typekiln (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, confident, sporty, modern, punchy, dynamic, emphasis, impact, speed, modernization, clarity, slanted, geometric, rounded, compact, clean.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with rounded bowls and clean, open counters. Strokes stay largely uniform, with smooth curves and crisp terminals that often cut on an angle to match the italic rhythm. Proportions read slightly compact in the lowercase, while capitals are broad and sturdy; overall spacing feels even and built for strong, steady texture in blocks of text.
Best suited to display settings where impact and momentum matter: headlines, short bursts of copy, event or sports branding, packaging, and promotional graphics. It can also work for subheads and UI callouts when you want a strong, assertive emphasis, though its weight and slant make it less ideal for long-form reading at small sizes.
The design conveys speed and assurance—energetic without feeling chaotic. Its solid weight and consistent slant give it a sporty, contemporary voice that reads as direct, practical, and headline-ready.
Likely designed to deliver a modern, high-contrast-in-presence (through mass rather than stroke contrast) italic voice that stays clean and readable. The rounded geometry and consistent stroke behavior suggest an aim for versatility across branding and advertising while maintaining a fast, energetic tone.
The numerals and round letters (like O/0 and 8/9) lean on circular construction, reinforcing a geometric feel. Several forms show subtle angled joins and sheared endings, which increases momentum and helps the italic posture feel intentional rather than mechanically obliqued.